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VERDE VALLEY SENIOR CITIZENS

COTTONWOOD, AZ · EIN 860328194 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE P81Z · Human Services · Small ($100K-$1M) · verdevalleyseniorcenter.org
revenue
$508K
expenses
$591K
net assets
$555K
employees
13
volunteers
109
program ratio
73%
mission · from form 990

TO ENRICH THE LIVES OF SENIOR CITIZENS AND VERDE VALLEY COMMUNITIES BY PROVIDING WHOLESOME MEALS AND PROMOTING A VARIETY OF SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES FOR ALL TO ENJOY.

profile · synthesized from sources

VERDE VALLEY SENIOR CITIZENS operates a senior center and Meals on Wheels program in Arizona, providing nutritious meals, wellness resources, and social connection for older adults. The organization serves hundreds of seniors across seven communities in Verde Valley, delivering over 40,000 meals annually while promoting healthy aging through nutrition education, exercise guidance, and social engagement. Their services support independence and combat isolation among elderly residents.

named programs · 2 · from sources

what they call their work

Meals on Wheels
Home-delivered meal program providing nutritious meals to over 300 seniors annually, with social check-ins and connections to resources
The Station on 6th Dining Program
Community dining program serving over 11,000 meals per year in a social setting, combined with wellness information and activities
activities · 5 groups

what they do

  • Senior Meal Delivery and Congregate Dining 12 activities
    • Congregate Dining Program
      Operates a dining room at The Station on 6th, serving over 11,000 meals annually from Monday through Friday, offering subsidized lunches for seniors and promoting social connection.
    • Congregate dining program at The Station on 6th
      Provides subsidized lunches and meal credits in a congregate dining setting at The Station on 6th, serving over 11,000 meals annually to seniors and individuals. The program promotes social connection, wellness, and access to nutrition Monday through Friday.
    • Congregate dining services at The Station on 6th
      Provides subsidized lunches and meal credits in a congregate dining setting at The Station on 6th, serving over 11,000 meals annually to seniors and individuals Monday through Friday, promoting nutrition, social connection, and access to community resources.
    • Delivering Meals on Wheels
      Delivers over 40,000 hot, nutritious meals annually to more than 300 seniors (60 years or older) and individuals with disabilities across Jerome, Clarkdale, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, Cornville, Beaver Creek, Lake Montezuma, and unincorporated areas of Yavapai County. This program operates 17 routes covering 1,745 miles each month.
    • Delivering Meals on Wheels
      Delivers over 40,000 hot, nutritious meals annually to more than 300 seniors (60 years or older) and individuals with disabilities across Jerome, Clarkdale, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, Cornville, Beaver Creek, Lake Montezuma, and unincorporated areas of Yavapai County. This program operates 17 routes covering 1,745 miles each month.
    • Meals on Wheels Program
      Delivers over 40,000 hot, nutritious meals annually to more than 300 seniors (60 years or older) and individuals with disabilities across Jerome, Clarkdale, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, Cornville, Beaver Creek, Lake Montezuma, and unincorporated areas of Yavapai County, utilizing 17 routes and over 327 volunteer hours monthly.
    • Meals on Wheels delivery program
      Delivers hot, nutritious meals to seniors aged 60+ and individuals with disabilities across multiple communities in Yavapai County, including Jerome, Clarkdale, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, and surrounding areas. The program operates 17 routes covering 1,745 miles monthly and serves over 40,000 meals annually, while also combating social isolation through volunteer companionship.
    • Meals on Wheels home delivery program
      Delivers hot, nutritious meals to seniors aged 60+ and individuals with disabilities across multiple communities in Yavapai County, including Jerome, Clarkdale, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, and surrounding unincorporated areas. The program operates 17 routes covering 1,745 miles monthly and serves over 40,000 meals annually, while also combating social isolation through volunteer companionship.
    • Meals on Wheels home delivery program
      Delivers hot, nutritious meals to seniors aged 60+ and individuals with disabilities across multiple communities in Yavapai County, including Jerome, Clarkdale, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, and surrounding areas. The program operates 17 routes covering 1,745 miles monthly and serves over 40,000 meals annually, while also combating social isolation through volunteer companionship.
    • Operating a Congregate Dining Room
      Serves over 11,000 subsidized meals annually in its dining room at The Station on 6th, Monday through Friday, promoting social connection and access to meals for seniors.
    • Operating a Congregate Dining Room
      Serves over 11,000 subsidized meals annually in its dining room at The Station on 6th, Monday through Friday, promoting social connection and access to meals for seniors.
    • Subsidized congregate dining at The Station on 6th
      Provides subsidized lunches and meal credits in a congregate dining setting at The Station on 6th, serving over 11,000 meals annually to seniors and individuals. The program promotes social connection, access to nutrition, and community engagement Monday through Friday.
  • Meal Co-Pay Subsidies for Seniors 6 activities
    • Financial assistance for meal co-pays
      Helps cover the $6 suggested co-pay for meals for seniors who cannot afford it, supplementing meals for up to three seniors per month through community-supported donations.
    • Meal Co-pay Assistance
      Helps cover the suggested $6 co-pay for meals for seniors who cannot afford it, supplementing meals for up to three seniors per month through community support donations.
    • Meal affordability assistance program
      Helps cover the $6 suggested co-pay for meals for low-income seniors who cannot afford it, enabling access to nutrition services. Community donations support up to three seniors per month through this subsidy program.
    • Meal affordability support program
      Helps cover the $6 suggested co-pay for meals for low-income seniors who cannot afford it, supplementing meals for up to three seniors per month through community donations, ensuring equitable access to nutrition services.
    • Providing Financial Assistance for Meals
      Helps cover the suggested co-pay for meals for seniors who cannot afford it, supplementing meals for up to three seniors per month through community support donations.
    • Providing Financial Assistance for Meals
      Helps cover the suggested co-pay for meals for seniors who cannot afford it, supplementing meals for up to three seniors per month through community support donations.
  • Environmental & Operational Certification Achievement 2 activities
    • Food safety recognition and compliance
      Recognized with the Golden Plate Award for Excellence in Food Safety from Yavapai County Health Services for over 20 consecutive years, reflecting sustained compliance and high standards in meal preparation and handling.
    • Food safety recognition and compliance
      Has received the Golden Plate Award for Excellence in Food Safety from Yavapai County Health Services for over 20 consecutive years (as of 2026), reflecting sustained adherence to high food safety standards in meal preparation and delivery.
  • Supervised Family Visitation Services 1 activity
    • Senior advocacy and service innovation
      Advocated for children, families, individuals, and caregivers for over 20 years, leading teams in innovation and adaptation of services to meet community needs.
  • Uncategorized 8 activities
    • Connecting Seniors to Resources and Social Activities
      Connects hundreds of individuals with wellness and health information, local resources, financial and planning advisors, music, entertainment, activities, and social connections at its facility.
    • Connecting Seniors to Resources and Social Engagement
      Connects hundreds of individuals with wellness and health information, local resources, financial and planning advisors, music, entertainment, activities, and social connections at its facility.
    • Mug Club coffee bar membership
      Offers a yearly membership program providing unlimited coffee and drinks from an on-site coffee bar to members, likely as a social and fundraising initiative.
    • Mug Club coffee bar membership
      Offers a yearly membership program providing unlimited coffee and drinks from an on-site coffee bar to members, enhancing social engagement and facility utilization for seniors.
    • Mug Club coffee bar membership
      Offers a yearly membership program providing unlimited coffee and drinks from the coffee bar to members, enhancing engagement and access to refreshments at the senior center.
    • Senior Resource and Social Engagement Hub
      Connects hundreds of individuals with wellness and health information, local resources, financial and planning advisors, music, entertainment, activities, and social connections at its facility.
    • Senior advocacy and service innovation
      Engages in long-term advocacy for seniors, families, and caregivers, with over 20 years of experience leading teams in innovation and adaptation of services to meet evolving community needs.
    • Senior wellness and social engagement programming
      Connects hundreds of individuals with wellness and health information, local resources, financial and planning advisors, music, entertainment, activities, and social connections at its facility, promoting holistic well-being and community integration for seniors.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$508K
Contributions & grants$473K93%
Program service revenue$34K7%
Investment income$430%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$591K
Program expenses73%
Admin / overhead22%
Fundraising5%
Salaries & benefits$280K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$622K
Cash$238K
Investments$248
Liabilities$67K
Net assets$555K
Liquid reserves4.8 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -23.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
ELAINE BREMNER EXECUTIVE DI 40 $68K
board members · 1
  • SUSAN BROWN — MEMBER
relationships · 8

who they work with

  • Meals on Wheels America Network — Implied member of the Meals on Wheels America network, as the page discusses their program and research.
  • NACOG Partner — Partnering program that partially supplements meal costs for seniors.
  • The Station on 6th Partner — Operates the Meals on Wheels program in partnership with Verde Valley Senior Citizens.
  • United Health Care Partner — Partnering program that partially supplements meal costs for seniors.
  • Yavapai County Health Services Government — Recognizes the organization with the Golden Plate Award for Excellence in Food Safety.
  • Yavapai County Health Services Partner — Received the Golden Plate Award for Excellence in Food Safety from Yavapai County Health Services.
  • businesses Partner — Partners with local businesses to support effective, evidence-based services for seniors.
  • civic leaders Partner — Collaborates with civic leaders to strengthen community programs and service delivery.